Toyota Recall 04V-566: Exterior lighting – headlights

Affected: 2000–2001 Toyota Celica. Filed with NHTSA on November 29, 2004, covering about 92,577 vehicles.

The problem

Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' the luminous intensity of the daytime running lamp (drl) will be modified to meet the standard requirements.

The fix

Dealers will install a resistor, which will decrease the luminous intensity of the drl. The recall began on March 16, 2005. Owners should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign04V-566 (04V566000)
Manufacturer numberSSC 10J AND 50D
ManufacturerToyota Motor Corporation
ComponentExterior lighting › Headlights
Report dateNovember 29, 2004
Owners notifiedMarch 16, 2005
Vehicles affected92,577
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 04V-566 repair free?

Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a resistor, which will decrease the luminous intensity of the drl. The recall began on March 16, 2005. Owners should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 92,577 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.